Blackened Shrimp Avocado Corn (Print Version)

Spicy blackened shrimp paired with creamy avocado corn salsa over fluffy rice for a fresh meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme
07 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
08 - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Avocado Corn Salsa

11 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
12 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or thawed from frozen)
13 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
14 - ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
17 - Juice of 1 lime
18 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Bowl Base & Garnish

19 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, hot
20 - Lime wedges, for serving
21 - Extra cilantro, for garnish

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they turn opaque and develop a slight char. Remove from heat.
03 - Combine the diced avocado, corn kernels, quartered cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, chopped cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, and salt gently in a separate bowl.
04 - Distribute the hot cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top each with the blackened shrimp and a generous scoop of avocado corn salsa.
05 - Finish with extra cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately for best flavor and freshness.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Packed with protein and healthy fats
  • Quick and easy to make for weeknights
02 -
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor in your salsa
  • Cooking shrimp quickly prevents them from turning rubbery
03 -
  • Substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for lowcarb option
  • Grill the corn for smoky flavor before adding to salsa
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